1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 916 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Ambassador (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | AMC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ambassador | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2340 mm |
